Listing Office: GreyBeard Realty
18 Benzington Way Leicester, NC 28748
Property details
About 18 Benzington Way
Discover comfort and versatility in this spacious, move-in-ready home tucked away on a quiet side street in desirable Leicester on 1.53 unrestricted acres. This thoughtfully maintained, freshly painted property offers pastoral views, sunny backyard, and peaceful stream—just 20 minutes to Asheville, Mars Hill, or Marshall, & 15 minutes to Weaverville. Main level features an inviting, open layout: split-bedroom floor plan, light-filled living and dining area, well-equipped kitchen with pantry, breakfast bar, and laundry (new washer & dryer), plus spacious primary suite with walk-in closet, jacuzzi tub, and walk-in shower. A second bedroom and full bath complete main floor. The lower level adds value & flexibility: 3rd bedroom, 3rd bath, bonus room, garage, & large bonus space with exterior entrance—perfect for workshop, gym, artist studio, or future finished square footage. New radon mitigation & whole house water filtration systems and french drains are in place for peace of mind.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Shop, Parking Space(s)
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $465,700
- Price/SqFt: $273
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,604
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: GPS will get you to the home
- Year Built: 2009
- Living Area: 1,704 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4254424
- Office Name: LOVE Land and Home Inc.
- Office Email: jeannewish@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Apr 28, 2023 | Home Sold | $386,000 |
Nov 25, 2014 | Home Sold | $2,090,000 |
Dec 31, 2009 | Home Sold | $212,000 |
Jun 09, 2009 | Home Sold | $33,500 |
Feb 08, 2008 | Home Sold | $120,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $217,000 | $1,604 |
2023 | $218,600 | $1,573 |
2022 | $218,600 | $1,442 |
2021 | $218,600 | $1,442 |
2020 | $184,900 | $1,292 |
2019 | $184,900 | $1,255 |
2017 | $184,900 | $1,255 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Leicester Elementary School
Public District PK-4
3.6 mi
•31 Gilbert Rd
9
Weaverville Elementary School
Public District 2-4
5.5 mi
•129 S Main St
2
Joe P. Eblen Intermediate School
Public District 5-6
5.8 mi
•59 Lees Creek Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,857. The majority of Leicester, NC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 18 Benzington Way
The listing price of 18 Benzington Way property is $465,700.
The property 18 Benzington Way is a house located in Leicester, North Carolina, 28748.
Active Listing: 18 Benzington Way is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 18 Benzington Way are: Leicester Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Weaverville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Joe P. Eblen Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), C.A. Erwin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Buncombe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Montford North Star Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Clyde A. Erwin High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North Buncombe High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Nesbitt Discovery Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,604 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 28, 2023 for $386,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 18 Benzington Way has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 18 Benzington Way is 1,704 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 18 Benzington Way is 2009.
This home is located at 18 Benzington Way in Leicester, NC and zip code 28748. This 1,704 square foot home was built in 2009. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $465,700.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Leicester, NC there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 5 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Leicester, NC between March and April 2025 increased by 5.5%. Listings spent 15 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $445,000 during the same period.